The WhatsNext verdict
For Players who enjoy following clues through a story-driven espionage caper and want a famous thief at its center.: The pull is the chase: you read the evidence, work out where the thief went, and follow the story that opens up around each lead. Tradeoff: The story sits at the center of play, so players who want open-ended freedom or fast action may find the narration slows them down.
What it does best
puzzle
simulator
strategy
educational
The setup
What you are walking into
The scarlet super thief Carmen Sandiego is back! Adorn Carmen’s signature red hat and play as the vigilante herself to navigate a world of espionage, utilizing high-tech gadgets, and ultimately capturing VILE. Rookie gumshoes and seasoned detectives are invited to put their sleuthing skills to the test whether it’s in the narrative driven main campaign or the classic mode ‘The Acme Files’.
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